Celebrity-Studded Benefit Raises Over $44 Million For Hurricane Relief Efforts

The event streamed live from Los Angeles, New York City, and Nashville’s Grand Ole Opry as celebs including Beyoncé, George Clooney, Tom Hanks, Justin Bieber, Stephen Colbert, Selena Gomez, and Kerry Washington spoke to callers who wished to donate to relief efforts.

Stevie Wonder kicked off the event with a rendition of "Lean On Me" and opening remarks were delivered by Leonardo DiCaprio and Jamie Foxx.

Matthew McConaughey, speaking live from San Antonio, Texas, urged viewers not to give up hope: "Do not give up hope, we cannot get tired of doing good work. Let’s do it so these people can keep living," the actor said.